Press Releases

DSNAP Sites Approved for Allen Ascension and Calcasieu

March 26, 2016

03.26.16 - Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (DSNAP) sites will open this week in Allen, Ascension and Calcasieu parishes to issue disaster food assistance to residents in specific parts of these three parishes impacted by floods.

SNAP Households in Areas Affected by Flooding to Receive Automated Supplements

March 24, 2016

03.24.16 - Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients living in areas impacted by the flood may receive automated supplements beginning this week, the Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) announced today. The federal Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) approved a waiver to issue automated supplements to bring SNAP recipients up to the maximum allotment for March.

Flood Victims: Pre-Register Before Going to a D-SNAP Site

March 20, 2016

03.20.16 - Flood victims should pre-register before going to disaster food assistance sites to apply for aid. Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) officials are urging those impacted by the floods to help speed the aid application process by pre-registering online at www.dcfs.la.gov/dsnap or calling the toll-free helpline at 1-888-LAHELP-U (1-888-524-3578), which is now open between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m. daily.

DCFS Announces DSNAP Locations for 23 Disaster Parishes

March 17, 2016

03.17.16 - The Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) today announced where residents of 23 parishes under a federal disaster declaration can finalize applications for Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (DSNAP) benefits.

DCFS Announces Schedule for DSNAP Sites

March 17, 2016

03.17.16 - The Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) has requested Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (DSNAP) benefits from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Food and Nutrition Service for the 23 parishes covered by the federal disaster declaration.

Louisiana Residents Encouraged to Pre-Register for Disaster SNAP Benefits

March 14, 2016

03.14.16 -The Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is encouraging those who have experienced loss or damage in the severe storms and flooding to pre-register for benefits under the Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (DSNAP).

Child Support Clients Receive New Direct Payment Cards, Urged to Activate

January 22, 2016

01.22.16 -The Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) has contracted with a new bank to serve as the direct payment card vendor for Child Support Enforcement (CSE) customers. New cards were mailed to customers who do not have child support payments deposited into personal bank accounts. These cards must be activated in order to receive payments.

DCFS Child Welfare Program Receives National Reaccreditation

December 15, 2015

12.15.15 - Today, the Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services' Child Welfare Program received national reaccreditation. One of only five states to achieve this accolade, Louisiana's Child Welfare program has been accredited through the Council on Accreditation (COA) since 2004.

Louisiana DCFS Receives National Honor at 2015 ACF Adoption Excellence Awards

November 02, 2015

11.02.15 -Today, the federal Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Children and Families (ACF) awarded the Louisiana Department of Children and Families Services (DCFS) one of only ten 2015 Adoption Excellence Awards as part of a kick-off to National Adoption Month. DCFS' honor in the area of Child Welfare Systemic Change recognizes the Department's exceptional work in finding permanent homes for children in foster care.

Changes Coming to Child Support Direct Payment Card Clients

October 02, 2015

10.02.15 - The State of Louisiana is transitioning to a new Stored Value Card for Child Support clients. All child support clients are urged to immediately verify their current mailing address with the Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS). Clients are also strongly encouraged to enroll in direct deposit - a more convenient, secure, and efficient method to receive child support payments.